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What are the sentences that support the topic sentence called?
Concluding sentences
Body sentences / Supporting sentences
Introduction sentences
The supporting sentences in the body should give:
Questions for the reader
New, unrelated ideas
More information about the topic sentence
Should the supporting sentences be related to the topic sentence?
Only sometimes.
Yes, always.
No, they can be about anything.
What should you do with ideas in the body that are unrelated to the topic sentence?
Cut them out
Keep them
Move them to another paragraph
A good body helps to make your paragraph:
Confusing
Stronger
Shorter
In the example paragraph "Keeping Score in American Football," which sentence is unrelated?
"In soccer, each goal is worth one point."
"Another sport that has easy scoring is basketball."
What is the main purpose of the body of a paragraph?
To develop and explain the topic sentence
To conclude the paragraph
To introduce the topic
If your topic sentence is "Making Chili is easy," which of these sentences would be unrelated?
"To make chili, cut up one large onion."
"Fried chicken is also easy to prepare."
"You can add fresh garlic and some diced chili peppers."
Why is it important for every sentence in the body to be related to the topic sentence?
To make the paragraph longe
To maintain coherence and focus
What kind of information do supporting sentences provide about the topic sentence?
Only new questions
Support, details, or examples
